Odell Brewing amplifies a traditional style with its Double Pilsner, which packs plenty of flavor in a clean, crisp package. For a hoppier take on a summer seasonal, try Odell's St. Lupulin dry-hopped extra pale ale.

Also in the hoppier realm, cans of Ska Brewing's True Blonde Ale have hit the spot so far this summer. It's balanced by a touch of local honey.

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Avery Brewing Co.'s Joe's American Pilsner is "hopped with a purpose" and delivers an amped-up take on the style. For a fruitier, Belgian-style pale ale, try the Avery's Karma summer seasonal.

In order of descending hoppiness at Boulder Beer Company, there's Mojo IPA, Hazed & Infused and most recently Hoopla Pale Ale. Brewed in collaboration with musician Kyle Hollingsworth, it's newly available in canned six-packs and in 22-ounce bottles.

Rumble from Great Divide Brewing Co. is an oak-aged IPA with a full, rounded flavor with hints of vanilla and oak. Also try the brewery's slightly fruity and crisp Samurai Rice Ale.

It seems people can't get enough of Dry Dock Brewing Co.'s Apricot Blonde, especially while people-watching from the bar-style counters that front The Kitchen [Next Door]. It has just the right amount of delicate apricot flavor.

Left Hand Brewing Co.'s Good JuJu relies on a touch of ginger for a spicy zing that works well with the beer's malty base.

Sour beers are still coming on strongand can be a refreshing summertime alternative. For an approachable introduction to sours, try New Belgium Brewing Co.'s Tart Lychee from its Lips of Faith Series. It's a wood-aged beer with a lychee fruit addition that imparts an interesting interplay of sweet and sour.

For a dark-beer fix without going too heavy, try a dark lager like Wynkoop Brewing Co.'s B3K. It has just enough body to keep things interesting and is available in cans. Durango Dark Lager from Durango Brewing Co. is also available locally and packs plenty of flavor in a not-too-dark beer.

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